Podcasts · The Good, The Bad & The Football

Scholes & Butt Debate Carrick's Future, The Title Race & How Van Gaal Used FIFA To Sign Players!

3 Mar 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Explicit

Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt & Paddy McGuinness discuss Michael Carrick's long-term future at Manchester United after he equalled the record for best opening nine games as a Premier League. They also discuss what being the Manchester United manager requires. After a weekend where Manchester City & Arsenal both won, attention turns to the title race, with Paddy changing his mind on who he think will come out on top! Paul & Nicky debate the importance of set-pieces in the modern game and give their thoughts on Arsenal set-piece coach Nico Jover having a bonus in his contract for every set piece scored. The boys then answer some incredible audience questions, including who would survive the longest on a desert island and ranking Eden Hazard, Gareth Bale & Mohamed Salah. If you want to ask the guys anything about football email them at: questions@goodbadfootball.co.uk. Follow The Good, The Bad & The Football: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodbadfootballpod Instagram: @goodbadfootballpod X/Twitter: @goodbadftblpod TikTok: goodbadfootballpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goodbadfootballpod

00:00 - Intro 02:05 - Michael Carrick's Future 22:55 - How much do professional footballers train? 29:00 - Harry Maguire's insane dive 32:15 - Nicky's Corner RANT 34:45 - Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea 41:30 - Nico Jover's Set Piece BONUS! 43:55 - The Title Race Debate 49:15 - Audience Q&A

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